A Cool Creative Director Shares What’s On Her Summer Wish List
Diana Strapless Dress, AED 3,450 | Abadia
“Perfect for day or night, a simple, chic strapless dress is so easy to elevate with sandals or some mesh flats – ideal for stylish al fresco nights.”
Available at Abadia.me
Wide Leg Shorts, AED 445 | COS
“I love a pair of silky shorts in the summer – they just work with everything. You’ll likely find me wearing these ones with a bandeau top and shirt, or a simple vest and ballet pumps.”
Available at COSStores.com
Levi Sunglasses, AED 780 | Anine Bing
“Tortoiseshell sunglasses can really add the finishing touch to any outfit. They’re an easy way to pull everything together. I’d wear these ones with a neutral look and lots of gold jewellery.”
Available at LevelShoes.com
Ana Skirt & Sloane Top, AED 920 & AED 1,195 | Rhode
“A crochet set that can be worn together or as separates makes for easy capsule dressing. Pair this set with gold jewellery and white heels at night. In the day, team the top with white linen or silk shorts, or style the skirt with a simple ribbed vest and pumps.”
Top available at Shopbop.com
Skirt available at Shopbop.com
Astro 18K Gold-Plated Earrings, AED 875 | Simuero
“These earrings will add instant glam – wear them with slicked back hair and a touch of red lipstick in the evening and surfy beach waves in the day.”
Available at ModaOperandi.com
Belted Suede Tote Bag, AED 4,200 | Toteme
“A great suede bag works year-round and this season, I’m wearing mine with simple slip dresses, sandals and a chic raffia hat.”
Available at LevelShoes.com
Natural Fibre Shopper Bag, AED 429 | Siedrés x Mango
“I love the collaboration between Mango and Siedrés, and this bag will make a chic statement on the beach or around town. Plus, it's roomy enough to fit all my essentials.”
Available at Mango.com
Abaya Floral Beach Cover Up, AED 380 | Faithfull
“A printed sarong is essential for the beach and this one would look great over a white swimsuit with a white linen shirt tucked in. Just finish the look with a big hat or a cap.”
Available at MyTheresa.com
Minette Flat Ballerinas, AED 3,180 | Christopher Esber
“These Christopher Esber flats are my shoe of the summer. I don’t do heels very often – especially on holiday – so these bring the glam without the effort. I’ll be wearing them with everything.”
Available at LevelShoes.com
Open Knit Maxi Dress, AED 545 | COS
“Every summer, I like to add a couple of crochet pieces to my wardrobe that I can wear with oversized shirts or throw over a swimsuit – and this is one of them.”
Available at COSStores.com
Nazli Co-Ord Satin Bralet & Pants, AED 535 (was AED 764) & AED 1,049 (was AED 1,498) | Bouguessa
“Matching sets do all the work for you – perfect when your brain has gone into vacation mode. I’ll be wearing this one with a linen shirt tied at the waist and stacked gold jewellery.”
Bralet available at Bouguessa.com
Pants available at Bouguessa.com
Perla Green Beaded Necklace With Pearl, AED 725 | Hypso
“More is more when it comes to summer stacking. This necklace from Hypso is so fun – I’m going to layer it with lots of gold chains.”
Available at ThatConceptStore.com
Arya Top, AED 2,361 | Tove Studio
“Summer calls for a floaty top that can easily be dressed up or down. I’m styling this one with denim cut-offs in the day and kitten heels and a great pair of trousers at night.”
Available at Tove-Studio.com
La Chemise Bahia, AED 2,240 | Jacquemus
“This signature Jacquemus silhouette in hot tomato red makes a great update to the typical white shirt. I love this layered over a swimsuit and some denim cut offs.”
Available at Jacquemus.ae
Swimsuit With Asymmetrical Opening, AED 299 | Mango
“When it comes to swimwear, I tend to be drawn to the kind of swimsuit that I can also wear as a top with shorts or under crochet or sheer fabrics.”
Available at Mango.com
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